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Trains from Nelson (NEL) to Colchester Stations

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17

train journeys
per day

186

miles (300 kms)

5hrs 47 mins

fastest journey

05:58 / 00:03

first / last train

0

direct trains (3 or 4 changes)

4

operators run

2

routes

Trains from Nelson (NEL) to Colchester Stations

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On a typical weekday there are 17 scheduled rail journeys between Nelson and Colchester Stations , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 17 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Nelson to Colchester Stations is approximately 186 miles (300 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 6hrs 53 mins.

Avanti West Coast, Abellio Greater Anglia, West Midlands Trains, Northern Rail are the main train operating companies running services between Nelson and Colchester Stations .

There are 2 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Nelson to Colchester. The fastest journey time on this route takes 5hrs 47 mins.

Journeys from Nelson to Colchester Stations Today

  • Mon 29th Apr
    05:58
    5 hrs 48 mins 3 changes
    11:46
    Nelson
    Colchester
    Nelson to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:58
    5 hrs 48 mins 3 changes
    12:46
    Nelson
    Colchester
    Nelson to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:58
    5 hrs 48 mins 3 changes
    13:46
    Nelson
    Colchester
    Nelson to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:58
    5 hrs 47 mins 3 changes
    14:45
    Nelson
    Colchester
    Nelson to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:58
    5 hrs 47 mins 3 changes
    15:45
    Nelson
    Colchester
    Nelson to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:58
    5 hrs 47 mins 3 changes
    16:45
    Nelson
    Colchester
    Nelson to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:58
    5 hrs 59 mins 3 changes
    17:57
    Nelson
    Colchester
    Nelson to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:58
    6 hrs 3 mins 3 changes
    19:01
    Nelson
    Colchester
    Nelson to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    13:58
    5 hrs 48 mins 3 changes
    19:46
    Nelson
    Colchester
    Nelson to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    14:58
    5 hrs 50 mins 3 changes
    20:48
    Nelson
    Colchester
    Nelson to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    15:58
    5 hrs 47 mins 3 changes
    21:45
    Nelson
    Colchester
    Nelson to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    16:58
    6 hrs 7 mins 4 changes
    23:05
    Nelson
    Colchester
    Nelson to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    17:58
    6 hrs 6 mins 4 changes
    00:04
    Nelson
    Colchester
    Nelson to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    18:58
    6 hrs 58 mins 3 changes
    01:56
    Nelson
    Colchester
    Nelson to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    19:58
    10 hrs 31 mins 3 changes
    06:29
    Nelson
    Colchester
    Nelson to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    20:58
    12 hrs 23 mins 4 changes
    09:21
    Nelson
    Colchester
    Nelson to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    22:58
    10 hrs 47 mins 3 changes
    09:45
    Nelson
    Colchester
    Nelson to Colchester

About Nelson Station

Station name Nelson (NEL)
Address Nelson station, Hibson Road, Nelson, Lancashire, BB9 9SF
Managed by NT

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office No

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Unavailable
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Unavailable
WiFi Unavailable
ATM Machine Unavailable

About Colchester Stations Station

Station name Colchester Stations (37)
Address Colchester [North] station, Station Approach Road, Colchester, Essex, CO1 1XD
Managed by LE

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:00 - 22:00
Saturday 05:30 - 21:00
Sunday 06:00 - 21:00
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Available
WiFi Available
ATM Machine Available

Frequently asked questions about trains between Nelson and Colchester Stations

The travel time between Nelson and Colchester Stations by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 6hrs 53 mins & the fastest journey takes 5hrs 47 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Nelson and Colchester Stations vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 17 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:58, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:03.

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Amenities on trains between Nelson and Colchester Stations can include free Wi-Fi, power outlets, onboard catering, and comfortable seating.

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Nelson & Colchester Stations . owever, there are 17 possible journeys which require a change.

Avanti West Coast, Abellio Greater Anglia, West Midlands Trains, Northern Rail are the main train operating companies running services between Nelson and Colchester Stations .

Yes, you can bring luggage on board trains between Nelson and Colchester Stations , but there may be limits on the number of bags or the size and weight of your luggage.